On Monday, 20 July, rain and thunderstorms are expected in most regions of Ukraine, according to the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Centre. In the northern and central regions, heavy rainfall is forecast in places, with hail and squalls of 15–20 m/s expected in some areas during the day. In the south and east, temperatures will reach +33°, whilst in Kyiv, brief showers and thunderstorms are possible.
Briefly about the main points
- Rain and thunderstorms are forecast across almost the whole of Ukraine.
- No rainfall is expected in the east and south-east.
- Heavy rain is possible in some parts of the north and centre.
- During the day, hail and squalls of up to 20 m/s are forecast in some places.
- On 22 July, the temperature may drop by 4–6 degrees.
Where are rainfall and strong winds expected?
Pros. forecast According to the Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Centre, cloudy weather with some sunny spells will prevail across the country on 20 July. Moderate rain and thunderstorms are expected everywhere except in the eastern and south-eastern regions.
Heavy rain is possible in some parts of the northern and central regions. In some areas, hail and squalls with wind speeds of 15–20 m/s are forecast during the day. The wind will be south-westerly and westerly, at 7–12 m/s.
Temperatures ranging from +14° at night to +33° during the day
Night-time temperatures in Ukraine will range from +14 to +21°. During the day, forecasters predict temperatures of +25 to +30°, rising to +33° in the south and east.
It will be cooler in the western regions: +22…+27° during the day. The Ukrainian Hydrometeorological Centre has forecast that on 22 July, temperatures across the country will drop by 4–6 degrees. This indicates a short-term change in weather conditions following a hot day, rather than a sustained trend rise in temperature.
Forecast for Kyiv and the surrounding region
Cloudy weather with sunny spells, brief showers and thunderstorms are expected in Kyiv. Night-time temperatures will be +19…+21°, and daytime temperatures will be +27…+29°.
Moderate rain is forecast for the Kyiv region, with heavy rain in places overnight, as well as thunderstorms. In some areas, hail and squalls of 15–20 m/s are possible during the day; temperatures will range from +16…+21° at night to +25…+30° during the day.
What to do during a thunderstorm
The State Emergency Service advises that, during a thunderstorm or strong winds, you should, if possible, wait out the storm in a solidly built building. You should not take shelter under trees or touch any downed power lines.
According to the service’s definition, heavy rain is defined as more than 15 mm of rainfall in less than 12 hours, whilst squalls with wind speeds of 15–24 m/s are classified as heavy. Such phenomena can cause localised flooding, falling trees and disruption to traffic.
